Teaching Faculty I, 12 Month Salaried (Computer Science) at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Teaching Faculty I, 12 Month Salaried (Computer Science)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 61341
Department

Department of Computer Science | College of Arts and Sciences

Responsibilities

The Department of Computer Science at Florida State University invites applications for a full-time 12-month Teaching Faculty I position beginning Fall 2026. The position is non-tenure track, renewable, and benefits eligible.

This position will have responsibilities in teaching and service. Primary responsibilities will be teaching a variety of courses in the undergraduate Computer Science program. Additionally, teaching faculty are expected to help develop new courses and initiatives to keep pace with emerging technologies. Faculty are also expected to engage in professional development activities including participation with organizations focused on CS education and accreditation. This position includes a service component involving committee membership at the department or university level, as well as leading initiatives to further community engagement with industry partners, modernize curriculum, and improve student outcomes.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a terminal degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution and a record of college teaching experience.

Applicants should also be capable and willing to teach most courses in an ABET-accredited core undergraduate Computer Science curriculum, as well as service classes ranging from digital fluency to computer programming.

Other Information

The department currently has 31 tenure-track and 7 specialized faculty members and offers degrees at the BS, MS, and PhD levels. Undergraduate programs include a B.S. and B.A. track in Computer Science as well as degrees in Cyber Criminology, Computational Biology, and Computer Programming and Application Development. The department looks to provide world-class instruction for undergraduates while emphasizing the importance of research and professional engagement in a well-rounded education in Computer Science. The department is an NSA/DHS Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education and Research. More information can be found at: http://www.cs.fsu.edu.

Contact Info

Questions can be emailed to Dr. Sharanya Jayaraman at sjayaraman@fsu.edu.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Applications must include a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three references.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Screening of applications will begin January 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.